Assassin’s Creed Shadows release time map and countdown

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows release time map

Assassin’s Creed Shadows release time countdown PS5, Xbox

AC Shadows release time countdown PC Steam and Ubisoft Connect

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows is one of the most anticipated releases of 2025. In our Assassin’s Creed Shadows review, we praised the game for its beautiful visuals, gorgeous open-world, fun gameplay, and gripping narrative. It is possible to play the newest AC early right now via the New Zealand trick, but fans don’t have too much longer to wait until the official release time.

Ubisoft has shared the Assassin’s Creed Shadows release time map, and here you will find a countdown so you know when exactly when the newest AC will unlock in your region for PS5, Xbox, and PC on Steam and Ubisoft Connect. For those based in the UK, and playing on console, you’ll be able to play the game from midnight or 00:00 on March 20. The same goes for those in the US, who will be able to unlock the game at 12:00am.

Some regions who will be playing the game on PC will be able to unlock it and get going from 8pm CST on March 19. The UK will need to wait until 10pm, while those in the PDT timezone will be able to play from 9pm. Below, you’ll find the full list of release times, as well as the map Ubisoft has shared ahead of the launch.